Corey Sharp

Corey Sharp joined Catena Media in 2022 and is the go-to expert for New Jersey gambling. Born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, he previously worked for the Philadelphia Inquirer and NBC Sports Philadelphia as a sports journalist and content producer.

In Corey’s role as Lead Writer for PlayNJ, he works alongside a talented team of expert journalists and analysts to bring you the most comprehensive and accurate coverage of gambling news in New Jersey. Corey’s contacts around the industry makes him a trusted source. Corey produces daily stories and features about the gambling space.

Corey graduated from Holy Family University in Philadelphia with a bachelor’s degree in sports management.

Industry Expertise

Corey has worked in the gambling industry full-time since 2022, reporting on major developments that have taken shape in New Jersey. That spans from the growth in iGaming, sports wagering and the Atlantic City casino market.

Editorial Background

Corey has served as a writer and editor and multiple publications, most notably for the Philadelphia Inquirer and NBC Sports Philadelphia. Corey covered high school, college and professional sports at two storied outlets.

Education

Corey graduated with a bachelor's degree in sports management/marketing from Holy Family University in May 2017.

Personal Interests

Besides the gambling industry and sports, Corey is interested in activities that improves his mental health, such as yoga, meditation and breathing exercises.

Posts by Corey Sharp

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BetMGM and Borgata Atlantic City Introduce Omnichannel ‘Dual Play’ Live Dealer Baccarat

Borgata Atlantic City and BetMGM launched Dual Play Baccarat, which means online players can play with others at the physical casino.

Corey Sharp February 19, 2025

Atlantic City Casino Revenue Cedes to iGaming Despite Growth Year-Over-Year Growth

Atlantic City casinos displayed a 2.6% year-over-year bump, however, allowed iGaming to finish ahead of it for the second time ever.

Corey Sharp February 14, 2025

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Online Casino Revenue Fails to Break Record, but Tops Atlantic City for Second Time

New Jersey online casinos failed to break a revenue for a sixth straight month, but finished ahead of Atlantic City for the second time.

Corey Sharp February 14, 2025

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Bet365 New Jersey Adds Live Dealer Games From Evolution

Bet365 partnered with Evolution Gaming to add a new array of live dealer titles to its online casino in New Jersey.

Corey Sharp February 14, 2025

New Jersey May Settle Atlantic County Lawsuit as it Prepares to Extend PILOT Program

New Jersey and Atlantic County are in discussions to settle a 2021 lawsuit involving PILOT amendments as it is set to expire next year.

Corey Sharp February 11, 2025

Super Bowl Specials at Ocean Resort and Other Ways to Cheer on the Eagles in Atlantic City

Atlantic City is firmly in Eagles country, and the casinos are celebrating the hometown team's Super Bowl run with promotions a-plenty.

Corey Sharp February 6, 2025